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Governor Rankin Appointed As BVI Governor
John Rankin – who currently serves as Bermuda’s Governor — has been appointed as Governor to the British Virgin Islands. The Government of the Virgin Islands website said, “His Excellency the Governor has announced that Mr John Rankin CMG has been appointed as Governor to the British Virgin Islands, in succession to him. “Mr... Read more of this article
Governor Rankin Thanks Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball
The Governor and Deputy Governor met with Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball at Government House to thank her for her service to the people of Bermuda as she steps down from her role as Chief Medical Officer. In an online post, Government House said, “This afternoon the Governor and Deputy Governor met Dr Cheryl Peek-Ball at Government House to thank her for... Read more of this article
Video: Governor Rankin’s Cup Match Message
[Governor John Rankin’s Cup Match message] Like everyone else on the island, I was looking forward to Cup Match between Somerset and St George’s this year. It would have been my final Cup Match game in Bermuda during my term in office as Governor. In each of the last three years I have hugely enjoyed watching the game and experiencing the camaraderie... Read more of this article
Government House Holds Beach Cleanup
The Governor, Deputy Governor, and Government House staff staff held a beach cleanup at Shelly Bay Beach today [July 24]. Government House posted the photos online below, saying: “This morning the Governor, Deputy Governor, and Government House staff held a beach cleanup at Shelly Bay Beach with the support and assistance of Anne Hyde, the Executive... Read more of this article
Governor Welcomes New U.S. Consul General
Governor John Rankin welcomed new U.S. Consul General Lee Rizzuto and his wife Denise Rizzuto to Government House this morning [July 17]. A spokesperson said, “The Governor was today pleased to receive at Government House Mr Lee Rizzuto Jr, the new US Consul General to Bermuda, and his wife, Denise. The Governor said: “It was a pleasure to meet... Read more of this article
Photos: Queen’s Birthday At Government House
Governor John Rankin hosted a small ceremony at Government House on June 13 in order to mark the 94th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen. Government House posted the photos online below and said, “The Governor hosted a small ceremony at Government House to mark the 94th birthday of Her Majesty the Queen and to give thanks to those who have been involved... Read more of this article
Rena Lalgie Appointed As The New Governor
Rena Lalgie has been appointed as the new Governor of Bermuda, with Ms Lalgie saying she is ”immensely proud that I will serve Bermuda as its first female Governor.” A Government spokesperson said, “Ms. Rena Lalgie has been appointed Governor of Bermuda in succession to Mr. John Rankin CMG who will be transferring to another Diplomatic... Read more of this article
Governor John Rankin Bermuda Day Message
[Bermuda Day message from Governor John Rankin] Bermuda Day cannot be celebrated in the usual way this year, no half-marathon and no parade around the streets of Hamilton. But I know that the holiday will still be marked in homes by families across the island and I take this opportunity to send my best wishes to everyone as we enjoy the start of summer... Read more of this article
Governor Thanks Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service
This afternoon Governor John Rankin visited the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service headquarters on King Street to thank all of the staff for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Governor said, “I visited the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service to meet members of the Service who every day of the year help to make sure that the people of Bermuda... Read more of this article
Governor Visits New Covid-19 Testing Centre
[Updated with video] Yesterday, Governor John Rankin and Deputy Governor Alison Crocket visited the newly launched testing centre for essential workers at Southside, St David’s. While there they observed the process – while maintaining social distancing – and thanked all of the staff for their critical work. Governor Rankin said, “I visited... Read more of this article
Official Proclamation: State Of Emergency
The Governor has officially declared a ‘State of Emergency’ for Bermuda due to Covid-19, with the official proclamation saying it is an “unprecedented and severe threat.” The Official Proclamation, which was dated April 1st, said, “Covid-19 is an unprecedented and severe threat to public health in Bermuda, therefore in... Read more of this article
Governor Urges Everyone To Follow Guidance
“I will continue to do all I can to help ensure the safety and security of Bermuda working in close conjunction with the local authorities,” Governor John Rankin said. The Governor said, “As Governor I would confirm my support for the measures announced to date by the Government to deal with COVID-19. “I encourage everyone to act... Read more of this article
